Dentists get a bad rap; as children we are terrified of them and as adults we just think they’re going to pull our teeth out. But dentists are actually really nice people and they make great life partners!

Here are some reasons why you should date a dentist:

1. They have the best smiles

Duh, they’re dentists!

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2. They’re very smart

Nerds!

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3. They’re hard working

It’s not easy being a dentist. I mean you have to look into over 100 mouths everyday!

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4. They give the sweetest kisses

No surprises there!

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5. They’re ambitious!

No one wakes up one day and decides to be a dentist, it’s something they work towards day after day after day.

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6. They won’t be grossed out by you

They’re used to seeing the worst things in people’s mouths, so they won’t be fazed by the worst in you.

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7. They’re used to dealing with crazy patients.

So you know they’re going to be patient with you.

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8. It’s a good profession, bringing a dentist home will impress your parents.

Beta… Good job.

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9. Dentists also make a lot of $$$$

Not that money is everything… but it wouldn’t hurt to have a lot of it.

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10. You know they’re clean and have high regard for cleanliness.

They literally wash their hands every five minutes!

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11. They will give you the best advice with regards to dental health.

Like brushing your teeth daily… and nightly… and maybe in the afternoon too.

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12. You’ll get to hear all sorts of crazy stories about their patients.